Set in 1916, the story follows (Martin), Dusty Bottoms (Chase), and Ned Nederlander (Short), three silent film stars who are fired after their latest movie bombs. Desperate for work, they accept an invitation from a young Mexican woman, Carmen, to visit her village of Santa Poco and "put on a show" with a local celebrity named El Guapo . FILM: 'THREE AMIGOS' - The New York Times
(1986) is a landmark Western comedy that brought together three of the most iconic comedic talents of the decade: Steve Martin , Chevy Chase , and Martin Short . Directed by John Landis , the film has evolved from a modest box-office performer into a beloved cult classic celebrated for its slapstick charm and witty subversion of Western tropes. 1. Plot Overview: Life Imitates Art